Paul Ducharme
bartender | Washington Square
"I think it’s to be expected. As a political figure, you have to have thick skin. As long as the heckling has a political message and isn’t a personal attack, it’s OK. But Obama saying ‘This is my house’ was unfortunate. It’s the people’s house."
Simon Levy
construction worker | Manayunk
"It’s OK to express your opinion in the White House, but do it in a respectful way. Don’t scream and jump up and down. I’m not a fan of Obama but he deserves respect."
Phillip Mannery
chef | Society Hill
"I thought it was totally out of line. There’s a time and a place for everything. And there are certain standards of behavior that you have to follow. What the person did was uncalled-for."
Katie Simpson
veterinarian | Washington Square
"It’s completely inappropriate to interrupt the president, least of all in the White House. There are other ways to get your point across. Even if you don’t like the president, you have to respect the position."
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